Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1305167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Döll) C.Silva & R.P.Oliveira

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 93: 231 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317621

Common Names

  • Oedochloa grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Oedochloa
  • Grandifolia False Oat Grass

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Description

Oedochloa grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Oedochloa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 m, with a spread of 0.3 to 0.6 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade, and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Uses & Benefits

Oedochloa grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oedochloa grandifolia is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedochloa grandifolia is a species of plant found in Brazil. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Oedochloa grandifolia

Oedochloa grandifolia is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Oedochloa grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oedochloa grandifolia?

Oedochloa grandifolia

What is the natural habitat of Oedochloa grandifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

What are the common uses of Oedochloa grandifolia?

Medicinal purposes

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Johann Christoph Döll (1808-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Döll' in the authors string.
Reyjane Patricia de Oliveira (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Oliveira' in the authors string.
Christian Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77152171-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].